Do you remember those paint-your-own-ceramics studios? They were a middle school favorite of mine, and I’d still go in a heartbeat. We found a lunchbox-style piggy bank and decided it deserved a bright pink makeover. To keep any would-be thieves away, we added the word “Broke.” Ready to make one? DIY Lunchbox Piggy Bank Total … Read more

What a stunning collection of homes this round — from an unbelievably restored 19th-century mansion in Mérida to dreamy Los Angeles Spanish-style houses and charming international finds. Each property stands out for its thoughtful restoration, striking details, and personality. Here are the highlights. Let’s dive in. A Colorful 19th Century Restoration in Merida, Mexico Asking … Read more

Who knew how many of you love Pop-Tarts? We ran a quick Snapchat poll asking whether you toast yours and the responses were surprisingly passionate. (For the record: I’m team not toasted.) We even made a Pop-Tart–inspired chair before and you loved it, so naturally we kept the theme going and created this giant Pop-Tart … Read more

We tried something new this year. After keeping our costume shop under wraps for so long, I couldn’t hold back all the new DIY costume ideas any longer. Today I’m sharing the full lineup of fresh Halloween costume tutorials that we’ll be publishing from now through October. It’s been so fun to plan — and … Read more

I’m so excited to share these quick and clever last-minute Valentine ideas. Most of us plan Valentine’s Day at the very last minute, so these drugstore hacks are perfect when you need something fast for coworkers, classmates, or your best friends. Everything shown can be put together using items from a drugstore, big-box retailer, or … Read more

June is my birthday month, and although my birthday falls on the 21st, I love doing playful birthday projects throughout the month. For this free stationery printable, we partnered with Threadhoney to create a set of charming, interactive birthday cards designed especially for kids. Were you obsessed with word searches as a child? I certainly … Read more

Amy at This HeArt of Mine invited me to join her Sum Sum Summertime series, and since summer is my favorite season, I created a bright, kite-inspired DIY to share. The project actually includes two complementary ideas: a kite garland and a kite cake topper. Below are a few photos—visit Amy’s blog for the full … Read more

It’s almost time to fire up the grill, sip cold lemonade, and watch the sky burst into bright, sparkly colors. If you’re celebrating the Fourth of July, I hope you have something fun planned — we’re heading to the beach for a BBQ and I’ll be making blueberry crumb bars with added strawberries for that … Read more

Graphic by Stuff Grace Made As a white person who benefits from daily racial privilege, I recognize I have significant work to do to become the ally I want and need to be for the Black community. It is my responsibility—both personally and as a parent—to unpack what privilege means, to practice active anti-racism, to … Read more

A fresh holiday means a new, simple honeycomb DIY — and this one couldn’t be easier. Honeycomb Easter eggs are quick to make and endlessly charming. I kept making them until I had both large hanging eggs and small cake-topping versions. Imagine hanging a cluster from a tree during an egg hunt for unforgettable photos … Read more